Can I use my cell phone on a Disney cruise?

CELL PHONE USAGE ON A DISNEY CRUISE You can direct dial, receive phone calls, or text anywhere in the world right from your stateroom. Ship-to-shore rates apply and will be posted in your stateroom. Cell phone service is also available through most major providers (Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, etc.)



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Do cell phones work on cruise ships? It's a common question with varying answers. Guests are free to utilize their cellular data or connect to our onboard Wi-Fi on any ship. But, please be aware that cellular data used on the ship or in certain ports of call will result in charges from your cell phone provider.

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Can You Still Text for Free in the Cruise Line's App if you Bring Your own HotSpot? Yes, of course! As long as you have the app downloaded on your phone and you're on their free wifi, you can use the app to text on a cruise ship for free.

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Onboard Connectivity
  1. Disney Cruise Line Navigator App – Access valuable vacation information and send messages to members in your travel party on board the ship with this complimentary app for your smartphone.
  2. Wireless Internet Access*
  3. Cell Phone Services*


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Optional services, items, and activities that may incur a fee beyond your cruise cost include Port Adventures, alcoholic and specialty beverages, spa and salon services, babysitting in the ship's nursery, phone calls, internet packages, souvenirs, and adult dining.

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If you're not able to wait for ports of call (or don't have international data on your phone), it might be worthwhile to pay for a Wi-Fi package. Although prices have decreased over the years, it can still be pretty costly to purchase Wi-Fi for your cruise.

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Luckily, it doesn't matter what ship you cruise on, how long you cruise, or your cruise itinerary, if you're on a Disney Cruise ship, you're going to have world-class entertainment and get a chance to see, meet, and hug some of your favorite Disney pals!

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When it comes to water, you have a bunch of options during your Disney Cruise! You can certainly bring your own bottled water onboard. This must be a carry-on item, and bottles must be factory sealed. Just remember, water is heavy and your room might not be ready for a few hours after boarding so plan accordingly!

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Use onboard credit to pay for a Wi-Fi package You can use your credit to pay for onboard internet access, thereby getting Wi-Fi on your cruise for free! On most cruise lines, you'll need a minimum of $100 in onboard credit per device for a week's worth of free basic Wi-Fi.

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Although Disney Cruise Line does not offer an all-you-can-drink package, like most other cruise lines do, what Disney does offer are daily drink specials. Each day, Disney Cruise Line will have a ”drink of the day,” which will cost just $5.

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You'll see Characters around the ship, in stage shows and during kids' activities in our youth clubs. And if one of your ports of call is Castaway Cay, you'll have a chance to meet Disney Characters during an onshore Dance Party.

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Prepare Your Loved Ones if Texting Is Limited Most cruisers tell their family that regular text will not work at sea and will use airplane mode. They can use a messaging app if they need to contact you. Cruise lines usually have a designated phone number to be used in emergencies.

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One of the rooms in the Fairytale Hall is Anna and Elsa's Sommerhus – Anna, Elsa and Olaf have been known to stop by for a visit. Make sure you check the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app once on board to see all the fun planned.

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